Lecturer - Jewellery 0.5 FTE (Fixed Term Until 27 November 2026)

Application Deadline: 16 August 2026

Department: Creative Industries and Enterprise

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Glasgow

Reporting To: Curriculum Manager

Compensation: £41,833 - £50,359 / year

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs
• Plan with learners contextualised learning and teaching taking account of the needs of learners and their development of essential skills
• Design, produce and adapt to learner needs a range of effective and engaging learning and teaching and assessment activities that builds on existing practice, motivates learners and also takes account of supportive technologies 
• Ensure up to date recording of student attendance, withdrawals and results and of wider progress and achievements, in line with College processes
• Contribute to and ensure accurate recording of moderation / verification activities
• Monitor students on work placements where appropriate

• Work with others to develop engaging and effective approaches to teaching, making optimum use of learning technologies
• Ensure that the curriculum is relevant and up to date; the post holder will contribute to the development of elements of provision

• Where appropriate, contribute to student selection and recruitment processes and advise potential learners
• Lead and contribute to internal moderation and verification group
• Contribute to Faculty self-evaluation and operational planning
• Agree targets, formulate individual action plans and contribute to team plans to address identified areas for improvement and enhancement
• Register with the General Teaching Council (Scotland) as per the National Agreement set out in Circular 03/18 within the first six months of employment.

• Identify learners' needs and provide appropriate guidance and support, referring to specialists where appropriate 
• Support individual learners to develop their learning goals and targets and to reflect on their progress towards them
• Enhance retention and achievement by providing high quality subject support to learners
• Undertake a Class Tutor role as appropriate, develop and maintain Individual Learning Plans for learners
• Contribute to learner induction as required

• Undertake training and development associated with the Professional Pathway for Lecturers to work towards the obtainment of the Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE) where applicable
• Ensure that skills and knowledge are kept up to date, by undertaking regular Continuing Professional Development
• Develop a reflective and evaluative approach to personal professional development.

• Work closely and supportively with the Curriculum Manager, other colleagues and partners, to deliver excellence in learning
• Support and advise students appropriately
• Attend and take part in meetings and working groups as appropriate
• Work with employers, schools and universities
• Advise on health and safety and resource issues specific to the curriculum area.

• Operate as a member of the Curriculum team, offering constructive challenge, specialist advice and the highest professional standards
• Undertake projects as directed by the line manager
• Proactively collaborate with internal and external partners
• Keep abreast of current developments which may be relevant to the College’s activity and future direction
• Have an understanding of and comply with College policies and procedures
• Promote and advance Equality and Diversity in all aspects of College operations
• Promote the ethos and values of the College and the standard to which staff and students demonstrate these in all areas of College life
• Provide leadership to staff, where appropriate to the role, encouraging training and development to ensure all achieve their full potential where indicated in the duties and responsibilities for the role
• Assist with self-evaluation activities for their area in accordance with College procedures
• Respect the confidentiality of matters relating to learners and staff
• Understand your role and obligations in complying with the requirements of the regulatory framework for the College, both as a service provider and an employer, in particular the Data Protection Act, the UK General Data Protection Regulations and the Freedom of Information Act
• Report any accidental or unlawful loss of personal data in accordance with the College Data Protection Policy
• Ensure the Health and Safety of staff and students in all aspects of College activity by exercising a duty of care for personal health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions
• Comply with all role specific training and all compulsory training provided by the College, for example Health and Safety, equality and diversity, etc.
• Carry out any other duty commensurate with the post as required by the Vice Principal or the Principal

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Educated to a minimum of HND, SCQF Level 8; (or relevant professional equivalent in Jewellery Design, Jewellery Manufacture, Silversmithing, or a related discipline
• Current knowledge of health and safety requirements within a jewellery workshop environment
• Experience working with precious metals and gemstone setting.

• Teaching Qualification in Further Education (will depend on the role)
• Assessor and/or verifier qualifications 
• Experience of vocational education and training
• Industry memberships or professional accreditation.

• Strong practical jewellery design and manufacture
• Working in a dedicated jewellery workshop and classroom environment
• Taking responsibility for specialist equipment and materials
• Presenting regular practical demonstrations and hands-on learner support.
• Workshop health and safety procedures and compliance.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners
• Ability to initiate innovation and promote change
• Effective organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Competence in digital learning technologies and administrative systems.
• Ability to provide engaging, inclusive and high-quality learning and assessment opportunities that meet diverse learning needs.
• Contribute to the development of curriculum delivery
• Develop and support effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Drive with enthusiasm, patience and support, whilst being flexible and adaptive.

• Practical industry experience in jewellery design and manufacture
• Experience teaching, coaching, training, or mentoring learners
• Experience using specialist jewellery tools and equipment
• Experience assessing learner skills and providing feedback
• Ability to provide flexible and innovative approaches to the delivery of the curriculum, including the use of new learning technologies
• Possess effective ICT skills and an understanding of the role of online learning
• Previous experience of individual or group guidance/supervision in a formal or informal setting
• Relevant industrial or practitioner experience in appropriate discipline
• Teaching in a post compulsory education setting and of assessment and moderation in the context of SQA and the National Curriculum
• A relevant qualification required specifically for the curriculum area as identified by the College